Hip hop's extraordinary influence on American culture over the past forty years provides a unique opportunity to examine its influence not only on dance, art, and music but also on critical issues such as race and social justice. The CAUers who took the first iteration of this class said it was nothing short of transformative.

Our discussions will draw on unique artifacts in Cornell's Hip Hop Collection, the largest such archive in the world. Join this extraordinary and moving week of lectures, discussions, and artistic demonstrations.

Richard Medina

Rich Medina graduated from Cornell in 1992, played semi-pro basketball for a season, and then worked for two Fortune 500s before deciding to give up a six-figure job at Abbott Laboratories to pursue his dream of becoming a DJ. He... > more

Ben Ortiz

Ben Ortiz is the assistant curator of the Cornell Hip Hop Collection (CHHC), which is part of Cornell University Library's Rare and Manuscript Collections division. The world's most extensive research archive on hip hop music and culture, the CHHC is... > more

Registration

Once you've registered, we'll send you materials on the academic program and other information to help you prepare for CAU. A $50 per person, per class, non-refundable deposit is required with your registration. All deposits are applied to the full program charges. Register now!

Program charges

For those staying on campus, the program fee (per adult, per week) covers the course, lodging, sixteen meals, coffee breaks, hospitality hours, welcome and farewell parties, conference-lot parking fees, and use of most of Cornell’s campus facilities. Some courses have additional fees. Wednesday supper is on your own. Some campus facilities, such as the golf course, also charge specific user fees. Weekly program rates vary with the accommodation you select:

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Cornell's Adult University (CAU) offers acclaimed education vacations designed and led by Cornell faculty. Programs include off-campus travel adventures and week-long on-campus summer courses open to all, including Cornell alumni, families, and children.